Swedish Antique Longuard Chain as Double Length Necklace in 18k gold - 21 inch length
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Swedish Antique Longuard Chain as Double Length Necklace in 18k gold - 21 inch length
This long chain is what's known as a guard, longuard or muff chain. They were popular in the Victorian era and women would wear them in various configurations, doubling or tripling the long length for different looks. This one has an added spring clasp that makes it easy to wear as a double length chain with a free moving dog clip that drapes in front (for your charms perhaps?).
Doubled length drapes approximately 21.5 inches with an added 2 cm drop for the dog clip. Overall chain length is approximately 43 inches.
Chain is made of solid 765 gold (slightly more than 18k gold) with a link pattern of one long trombone link then 9 small curb links. The color is wonderfully rosey. Links are 2mm wide and the chain closes with a secure 18k gold spring clasp. 18k gold swivel dog clip is well working and secure.
A gorgeous and versatile antique chain for your collection!
Spring clasp can easily be removed if you like.
Details
- Swedish made, Victorian era
- 43 inch overall length
- Approximately 21.5 inch length when doubled as necklace (43 inch overall length)
- 2mm width
- Dog clip measures 21mm long
- 16.37 grams
- Chain is 765 gold (slightly over 18k)
- Clasps are 18k gold
- Hallmarked for gold purity and triple crown for Sweden
- Secure spring clasp
- Very good antique condition with normal age related wear
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Customer Reviews
I saw it. I fell in love with it. I had to have it. With a short text and a phone call to Jill, it became mine. I truly did not think that it would be possible for me to wear this beautiful piece as the original rolo-link chain that the stone hung from was only 16.5 inches in length. I needed at least a 20 inch chain. Undaunted, Jill told me that she would look for a longer chain in the same rolo-link style but with a lobster clasp that I prefer. Not long after I received a video showcasing the longer chain that Jill had found to replace the original shorter one. Jill’s video contained dialogue with close-ups of the chain as she dangled it over and through her fingers. After giving her my enthusiastic approval, I had the pendant on the new longer chain within a day or two, and it was perfect. I wore my beautiful quartz pendant for the first time on Mother’s Day and received several compliments on it. Thank you, Jill, for making my wish come true. ❤️
Absolutely beautiful neck chain..never disappointed in my purchases here..reliable seller..will shop here again
Im loving my new 14k chain! It is so well made and perfect for everyday. I hope to find another that I can stack it with and will purchase here again!! Thank you so much Jill!
Seller was a great communicator and shipped fast! Thanks so much, it’s beautiful!!!
I purchased a vintage chain and now I honestly don’t think I want to get a vintage chain from anywhere else. Great product curation. Will be back
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